Long Term Leave - 7th/8th Grade EL

Perry Township Schools; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Perry Township Schools in Indianapolis is seeking a long-term substitute for 7th/8th Grade ELA from December 14, 2026 to February 26, 2027. The role focuses on implementing curriculum, tracking student progress, and maintaining a supportive classroom environment across lessons and assessments.

The ideal candidate will hold a BA in education or be eligible for a substitute teacher permit, with prior school experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to implement district curriculum and assess student progress.
• Strong classroom management and instructional planning.
• Knowledge of state education laws and district policies.

Responsibilities

• Administers and aligns curriculum with district goals.
• Grading and entering grades into the system.
• Creates lesson plans and learning experiences for varied learners.
• Maintains accurate records of student activities and attendance.
• Maintains safe, conducive learning environments and proper conduct.
• Coordinates with staff and participates in grade level meetings.
• Administers standardized tests if certified.

Skills

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Student assessment

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

BA degree in education preferred

Current Teacher sub permit required

Job description

Long Term Leave - 7th/8th Grade ELA

Approximate Time Frame 12/14/2026 to 2/26/2027

Position Purpose

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, facilitates student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc. To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women.

Essential Job Functions

• Administers school elementary curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Responsible for grading and entering grades into the system.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Ensure that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Coordinates with other elementary professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and grade level meetings.
• Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation.
• Administers standardized tests in accordance with District testing programs if certified.

Pay Rate

$125 non certified daily rate

$135 retired Perry teacher daily rate

$217.42 certified Teacher daily rate on day 15+

$275.75 retired Perry Teacher/Bachelors/long term assignment 15+ days on day one

$294.73 retired Perry Teacher/Masters/long term assignment 15+ days on day one

Equipment

Uses standard teaching equipment such as personal computers, printer, telephone, pens and pencils, dry erase markers, timer, etc.

Travel Requirements

No travel required.

Work Schedule

Standard teacher work schedule per building with specific start and end time dictated by school schedule.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Knowledge and implementation of relevant technology.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with students, parents, and staff.
• Proven ability to report work on a regular and punctual basis.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
• Ability to meet professional teacher education requirements of school and district.
• Ability to encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and to use that information to adjust teaching strategies.
• Ability to maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Proven ability to establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Seldom = Less than 25% Occasional = 26 to 50% Often = 51 to 75% Very Frequent = Greater than 75%

Physical RequirementPercentage of TimeAbility to stand for extended periods of time. Very FrequentAbility to lift 25 pounds. SeldomAbility to carry 25 pounds. OccasionalAbility to work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations. Very FrequentAbility to see for the purpose of reading laws and codes, rules and policies and other printed matter. Very FrequentAbility to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a normal conversation. Very FrequentAbility to operate job-related equipment. Very FrequentAbility to reach in all directions. Very Frequent

License/ Registration/ Certification

• Current Teacher sub permit required

Education

• BA degree in education preferred

Experience

• Previous school experience is preferred.